Maude H. Trefethen School

142 Cranfield St
New Castle, NH 03854
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Top 20%
Serving 26 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Maude H. Trefethen School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New Hampshire for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥50% (which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥80% (which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the New Hampshire state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 18% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 26 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 4%
  • : Top 20% in NH
  • : ≥50% (Top 50%)
  • : ≥80% (Top 5%)
  • : ≥50% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Maude H. Trefethen School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Hampshire for:

Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency

School Overview

Maude H. Trefethen School's student population of 26 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
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Total Students
26 students
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Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
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Year Founded
2024
Last Day of School
Wed. Jun 10, 2026

School Rankings

Maude H. Trefethen School ranks within the top 20% of all 455 schools in New Hampshire (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Maude H. Trefethen School is 0.08, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.32. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (NH)
#72 out of 455 schools
(Top 20%)
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≥50%
42%
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≥80%
51%
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≥50%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
11:1
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American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
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Hispanic
n/a
8%
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Black
n/a
2%
No Summary generated because only 2 years of data available
White
96%
82%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
No Summary generated because only 2 years of data available
All Ethnic Groups
0.08
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Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch (17-18)
2%
23%
No Summary generated because only 2 years of data available
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (18-19)
9%
4%
No Summary generated because only 3 years of data available
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education

School Notes

  • School Mascot: Islanders

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Maude H. Trefethen School's ranking?
Maude H. Trefethen School is ranked #72 out of 455 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New Hampshire.
What schools are Maude H. Trefethen School often compared to?
Maude H. Trefethen Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bernice A. Ray School, Lafayette Regional School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NH state average), while ≥80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% NH state average).
How many students attend Maude H. Trefethen School?
26 students attend Maude H. Trefethen School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Maude H. Trefethen School students are White, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Maude H. Trefethen School?
Maude H. Trefethen School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 11:1.
What grades does Maude H. Trefethen School offer ?
Maude H. Trefethen School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Maude H. Trefethen School part of?
Maude H. Trefethen School is part of New Castle School District.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 26 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 4%
  • : Top 20%
  • : ≥50% (Top 50%)
  • : ≥80% (Top 5%)
  • : ≥50% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education

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